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UK private renting Last reviewed:

Practical, plain-English guides to the records and rules that matter when you let property. Each one links to the official sources and says where England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland differ.

Checklist Check-in inventory checklist for landlords Room by room: what to describe and photograph, meters, keys, alarms and signatures. Read the guide → Deposits Evidence for tenancy deposit disputes What adjudicators look for: check-in against check-out, fair wear and tear, proportionate charges. Read the guide → Compliance Landlord compliance calendar Gas safety, EICR, EPC, alarms, deposits, Right to Rent and HMO licensing, nation by nation. Read the guide → Repairs Damp and mould, and Awaab’s Law Recording reports, responding properly, and what applies to private landlords now. Read the guide →

These guides are general information, not legal advice. Rules change and differ across the UK, so check the linked official sources for your nation and tenancy. Spotted something out of date? Email support@witnessed.uk.